Onion (Show) Ailsa Craig Seeds £1.70
A splendid exhibition variety of golden merit producing large globe shaped onions with a rich, golden straw coloured skin. As well as being a super show variety, it is also one of the best varieties for general cultivation producing large onions with an excellent mild flavour. Sow during mid-late winter in a good seed compost, just covering the seed with compost. Germination takes 14-21 days at 19-21C. Transplant seedlings when 36mm high into 9cm pots, making sure the tiny bulb is not covered. When well rooted move to a cold frame and plant out in early spring at 38cm apart in a sunny spot in a rich fertile soil. As the leaves start to yellow bend over the tops, leave 14 days then lift and store when thoroughly ripened.